He hit and killed a state trooper on the highway. Now his bail is sparking a fierce debate.

Michael Bon faces homicide charges for the death of Trooper Michael Pahira Jr., with bail set $300,000 lower than another recent high-profile suspect.

When a police officer goes to work, they expect to face danger. But no one expects a routine traffic stop to end in a fiery highway tragedy.

WHAT HAPPENED

Michael Bon, 33, was driving his semi-truck on Interstate 81. He crashed into Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Pahira Jr. during a roadside check.

The crash caused a massive fire. Trooper Pahira died at the scene. Police recently moved Bon to jail in handcuffs and hospital clothes.

State officials charged Bon with vehicular homicide, manslaughter, and reckless driving. A judge set his bail at $700,000. Some people are angry because this is $300,000 less than the bail for a Tennessee courthouse shooter.

FACT BOX

*Victim: Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Pahira Jr.

• Suspect: Michael Bon, age 33
• Location: Interstate 81, Pennsylvania
• Bail Amount: $700,000
• Charges: Vehicular homicide, manslaughter, and reckless driving

WHY IT MATTERS

Highway stops are some of the most dangerous parts of a police officer's job. This death reminds us how quickly a routine day can turn deadly.

The bail amount has also started a debate online. Many people feel $700,000 is too low for a crash that took an officer's life.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Bon will appear in court to face the charges. If convicted, he could spend many years in prison.

State police will continue to investigate the crash. They want to find out why the semi-truck hit the trooper's vehicle.

WHAT WE STILL DON'T KNOW

1. What caused the driver to drift off the road?
2. Was the driver distracted or under the influence?
3. Will the judge adjust the bail amount at the next hearing?